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SUMMARY:In Service: Voluntary Mentorship & Guidance
DESCRIPTION:Mentoring Calls\nAs part of his sacred service\, Don David Wiley dedicates monthly and bi-weekly mentoring and counseling sessions to those who lead organizations and endeavors sparked by Grandfather Fire—such as Sacred Fire and its many branches of spiritual work. Though his time is incredibly limited\, Don David selflessly volunteers these sessions to ensure that the flame of Grandfather’s guidance continues to illuminate the path for others.\nHis mentorship helps anchor offerings like Firekeeping in alignment with Grandfather Fire’s wisdom. This support ensures that the reach of this medicine continues to expand\, making it available to all who feel the call of Fire stirring within them. \nWorking closely with long-time community members such as Annie King—who has been instrumental in designing and implementing the Firekeeping training programs\, facilitations\, and retreats—Don David continues to weave together a living legacy of support\, connection\, and transformation. \nHe also offers regular mentoring to the Executive Director of Sacred Fire\, helping navigate the complex responsibilities of leading such a revolutionary endeavor. Through this guidance\, the sacred work of reigniting humanity’s relationship with the medicine of Fire is sustained and strengthened. \nAdditionally\, Don David offers volunteer mentorship to the Tsantawu Men’s Council\, which oversees the biannual rituals at Stone Mountain. These rituals are dedicated to cultivating relationship with the land\, ancestral beings\, and the seasonal rains—a vital act of reciprocity and spiritual stewardship. \nThough unseen by many\, these efforts are essential threads in the living fabric of spiritual reconnection that Don David helps sustain. His dedication is a reminder that true leadership is rooted in service\, and that sacred work continues quietly and powerfully behind the scenes\, fueled by love\, commitment\, and the wisdom of Fire.
URL:https://keepsthefire.org/event/vol-dec-15-2025/
LOCATION:Council House – Carrollton\, Georgia\, 142 Hamp Chappell Rd\, Carrollton\, GA\, 30116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grandfather Fire,Mentoring,Sacred Fire,Traditions,Volunteer Work
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ORGANIZER;CN="Don David Wiley's Consultorio":MAILTO:consultorio@keepsthefire.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251214
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251215
DTSTAMP:20260513T150340
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SUMMARY:GFF Recovery Day
DESCRIPTION:Don David is not available on this day.\nDon David Wiley as a Conduit of the God of Fire\nDon David Wiley serves as a powerful conduit of the God of Fire. During his intense work\, when Tatewarí takes control of his being\, he is swept into a transcendent state—his body’s temperature soars\, and he enters a trance-like condition reminiscent of a deep\, ceremonial sleep. Meanwhile\, Grandfather Fire spends the night offering his wisdom—constantly ingesting sacred hot cocoa and smoking sacred tabaco. In this state\, although Don David remains unharmed\, his physical body endures a heavy strain. \nWhen the night finishes and attendees leave\, his dedicated Recovery Team\, comprised of handpicked ritual support individuals\, plays a vital role. As the divine presence recedes and Grandfather departs from the physical realm\, this committed group guides Don David back into his body. The morning after the Grandfather Fires\, Don David awakens feeling discombobulated and spaced\, requiring time to reconnect with his extremities and regain a sense of physical presence. A strong hands-on therapeutic session and a day of focused recovery are key to shaking off the residual ethereal numbness\, allowing him to reestablish strength\, clarity\, and focus. \nThough Don David often jokes about the challenges of navigating our physical form—humor that echoes Grandfather Fire’s own playful jibes at human bodies when using Don David’s body as a vessel to speak to us during an audience—the recovery process remains an essential part of his work. It ensures that the extraordinary service he offers—allowing others to listen to the wisdom shared by the God of Fire—stays balanced and true\, ultimately enhancing the profound healing he brings to those he serves.
URL:https://keepsthefire.org/event/gff-recovery-day-dec-14-2025/
LOCATION:Casa Xiuhtecuhtli\, La Presa 200\, Tepoztlan\, Morelos\, 62520\, Mexico
CATEGORIES:Grandfather Fire,Recovery Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20251213T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20251214T020000
DTSTAMP:20260513T150340
CREATED:20250404T190911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T190911Z
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SUMMARY:Audience with Grandfather Fire: Firekeeper Initiation
DESCRIPTION:This is a open audience hosted by Sacred Fire.\nAudience with Grandfather Fire: \nA Sacred Culmination – December 2025\nWisdom from the Dawn of Creation\nFor 800\,000 years\, Grandfather Fire has been a teacher\, healer\, and keeper of sacred stories. Known as Tatewari to the Wixáritari people\, He speaks through the vessel of Don David Wiley\, offering guidance that illuminates the soul. \nThis December\, as the Firekeeping initiation reaches its sacred climax\, the newly trained keepers will gather in the holy valley of Tepoztlán for a profound and intimate Audience with Him. The evening begins with Grandfather Fire’s wisdom shared openly with the public—stories that stir the spirit\, answers that reshape the heart. Then\, in a private ceremony\, the initiates will kneel before the living flame as Tatewari acknowledges their journey\, blesses their path\, and declares their training complete. \nThis is no ordinary fire. This is the voice of ancient wisdom\, the light that has guided humanity since the first spark. \n“His answer helped me more than the answer I was expecting.”\n“What you experience with Grandfather is like an education for your soul.” \nCome witness the sacred. Come feel the fire’s embrace. And for those called to keep the flame—may this be the moment your service begins. \nFire speaks. Will you listen? \nPublic are welcome for the open Audience; Firekeeper initiation portion is private.
URL:https://keepsthefire.org/event/gff-fk-ini-2025/
LOCATION:Casa Xiuhtecuhtli\, La Presa 200\, Tepoztlan\, Morelos\, 62520\, Mexico
CATEGORIES:Firekeeping,Grandfather Fire,Open Audience,Sacred Fire,Traditions
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251208
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251213
DTSTAMP:20260513T150340
CREATED:20250404T184517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T185513Z
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SUMMARY:Firekeeper Initiation 2025
DESCRIPTION:Transform Yourself. Transform Others. Transform the World.\nDon David Wiley and Sacred Fire’s Firekeeping Director Sylvia Edwards will be leading this year’s Firekeeping Initiation at Casa Xiuhtecuhtli in Tepoztlán\, Morelos\, as initiates complete their sacred training and step into their role as keepers of the flame. \nFirekeeping is an ancient spiritual path of dedication\, guiding individuals and communities toward deeper connection with themselves\, each other\, and the wisdom of Grandfather Fire. Through an 18-month apprenticeship—including online study\, in-person training\, and ceremonial practice—initiates have cultivated facilitation skills\, emotional intelligence\, and profound personal transformation. \nAs newly initiated Sacred Fire Firekeepers\, they will now lead monthly fire ceremonies\, fostering heart-centered connection\, sacred reciprocity\, and the healing power of Fire. Supported by ongoing learning and a global community\, these Firekeepers help restore balance in these changing times. \nThe Fire burns bright. The path continues. \nFor more details on Firekeeping training\, visit Sacred Fire’s website
URL:https://keepsthefire.org/event/fk-initiation-2025/
LOCATION:Casa Xiuhtecuhtli\, La Presa 200\, Tepoztlan\, Morelos\, 62520\, Mexico
CATEGORIES:Firekeeping,Grandfather Fire,Mentoring,Sacred Fire,Volunteer Work
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20251117T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20251117T190000
DTSTAMP:20260513T150340
CREATED:20250404T182104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T174012Z
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SUMMARY:In Service: Voluntary Mentorship & Guidance
DESCRIPTION:Mentoring Calls\nAs part of his sacred service\, Don David Wiley dedicates monthly and bi-weekly mentoring and counseling sessions to those who lead organizations and endeavors sparked by Grandfather Fire—such as Sacred Fire and its many branches of spiritual work. Though his time is incredibly limited\, Don David selflessly volunteers these sessions to ensure that the flame of Grandfather’s guidance continues to illuminate the path for others.\nHis mentorship helps anchor offerings like Firekeeping in alignment with Grandfather Fire’s wisdom. This support ensures that the reach of this medicine continues to expand\, making it available to all who feel the call of Fire stirring within them. \nWorking closely with long-time community members such as Annie King—who has been instrumental in designing and implementing the Firekeeping training programs\, facilitations\, and retreats—Don David continues to weave together a living legacy of support\, connection\, and transformation. \nHe also offers regular mentoring to the Executive Director of Sacred Fire\, helping navigate the complex responsibilities of leading such a revolutionary endeavor. Through this guidance\, the sacred work of reigniting humanity’s relationship with the medicine of Fire is sustained and strengthened. \nAdditionally\, Don David offers volunteer mentorship to the Tsantawu Men’s Council\, which oversees the biannual rituals at Stone Mountain. These rituals are dedicated to cultivating relationship with the land\, ancestral beings\, and the seasonal rains—a vital act of reciprocity and spiritual stewardship. \nThough unseen by many\, these efforts are essential threads in the living fabric of spiritual reconnection that Don David helps sustain. His dedication is a reminder that true leadership is rooted in service\, and that sacred work continues quietly and powerfully behind the scenes\, fueled by love\, commitment\, and the wisdom of Fire.
URL:https://keepsthefire.org/event/vol-nov-17-2025/
LOCATION:Council House – Carrollton\, Georgia\, 142 Hamp Chappell Rd\, Carrollton\, GA\, 30116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grandfather Fire,Mentoring,Sacred Fire,Traditions,Volunteer Work
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ORGANIZER;CN="Don David Wiley's Consultorio":MAILTO:consultorio@keepsthefire.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251112
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251113
DTSTAMP:20260513T150340
CREATED:20250403T040941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T221903Z
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SUMMARY:GFF Recovery Day
DESCRIPTION:Don David is not available on this day.\nDon David Wiley as a Conduit of the God of Fire\nDon David Wiley serves as a powerful conduit of the God of Fire. During his intense work\, when Tatewarí takes control of his being\, he is swept into a transcendent state—his body’s temperature soars\, and he enters a trance-like condition reminiscent of a deep\, ceremonial sleep. Meanwhile\, Grandfather Fire spends the night offering his wisdom—constantly ingesting sacred hot cocoa and smoking sacred tabaco. In this state\, although Don David remains unharmed\, his physical body endures a heavy strain. \nWhen the night finishes and attendees leave\, his dedicated Recovery Team\, comprised of handpicked ritual support individuals\, plays a vital role. As the divine presence recedes and Grandfather departs from the physical realm\, this committed group guides Don David back into his body. The morning after the Grandfather Fires\, Don David awakens feeling discombobulated and spaced\, requiring time to reconnect with his extremities and regain a sense of physical presence. A strong hands-on therapeutic session and a day of focused recovery are key to shaking off the residual ethereal numbness\, allowing him to reestablish strength\, clarity\, and focus. \nThough Don David often jokes about the challenges of navigating our physical form—humor that echoes Grandfather Fire’s own playful jibes at human bodies when using Don David’s body as a vessel to speak to us during an audience—the recovery process remains an essential part of his work. It ensures that the extraordinary service he offers—allowing others to listen to the wisdom shared by the God of Fire—stays balanced and true\, ultimately enhancing the profound healing he brings to those he serves.
URL:https://keepsthefire.org/event/gff-recovery-day-nov-12-2025/
LOCATION:Santa Maria del Oro\, Domicilio Conocido\, La Laguna\, Nayarit\, 63865\, Mexico
CATEGORIES:Grandfather Fire,Recovery Day
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ORGANIZER;CN="Patrick Hanaway Attending Shaman":MAILTO:Patrick@yourhealingroots.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20251111T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20251112T020000
DTSTAMP:20260513T150340
CREATED:20250408T221755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T221755Z
UID:9015-1762887600-1762912800@keepsthefire.org
SUMMARY:Audience with Grandfather Fire: WindTree
DESCRIPTION:This is a closed specialized event.
URL:https://keepsthefire.org/event/gff-windtree/
LOCATION:Santa Maria del Oro\, Domicilio Conocido\, La Laguna\, Nayarit\, 63865\, Mexico
CATEGORIES:Closed Audience,Firekeeping,Grandfather Fire,Sacred Fire,Traditions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Patrick Hanaway Attending Shaman":MAILTO:Patrick@yourhealingroots.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251102
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251103
DTSTAMP:20260513T150340
CREATED:20250403T040439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T225354Z
UID:8700-1762041600-1762127999@keepsthefire.org
SUMMARY:GFF Recovery Day
DESCRIPTION:Don David is not available on this day.\nDon David Wiley as a Conduit of the God of Fire\nDon David Wiley serves as a powerful conduit of the God of Fire. During his intense work\, when Tatewarí takes control of his being\, he is swept into a transcendent state—his body’s temperature soars\, and he enters a trance-like condition reminiscent of a deep\, ceremonial sleep. Meanwhile\, Grandfather Fire spends the night offering his wisdom—constantly ingesting sacred hot cocoa and smoking sacred tabaco. In this state\, although Don David remains unharmed\, his physical body endures a heavy strain. \nWhen the night finishes and attendees leave\, his dedicated Recovery Team\, comprised of handpicked ritual support individuals\, plays a vital role. As the divine presence recedes and Grandfather departs from the physical realm\, this committed group guides Don David back into his body. The morning after the Grandfather Fires\, Don David awakens feeling discombobulated and spaced\, requiring time to reconnect with his extremities and regain a sense of physical presence. A strong hands-on therapeutic session and a day of focused recovery are key to shaking off the residual ethereal numbness\, allowing him to reestablish strength\, clarity\, and focus. \nThough Don David often jokes about the challenges of navigating our physical form—humor that echoes Grandfather Fire’s own playful jibes at human bodies when using Don David’s body as a vessel to speak to us during an audience—the recovery process remains an essential part of his work. It ensures that the extraordinary service he offers—allowing others to listen to the wisdom shared by the God of Fire—stays balanced and true\, ultimately enhancing the profound healing he brings to those he serves.
URL:https://keepsthefire.org/event/gff-recovery-day-nov-2-2025/
LOCATION:Casa Xiuhtecuhtli\, La Presa 200\, Tepoztlan\, Morelos\, 62520\, Mexico
CATEGORIES:Grandfather Fire,Recovery Day
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ORGANIZER;CN="Weather Workers":MAILTO:workingforweather@keepsthefire.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20251031T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20251101T020000
DTSTAMP:20260513T150340
CREATED:20250408T225253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T231108Z
UID:9027-1761937200-1761962400@keepsthefire.org
SUMMARY:Audience with Grandfather Fire: Fall Weather Work
DESCRIPTION:This is a open audience hosted by the Weather Workers.\nAudience with Grandfather Fire: \n\n 
URL:https://keepsthefire.org/event/fall-ww-gff/
LOCATION:Casa Xiuhtecuhtli\, La Presa 200\, Tepoztlan\, Morelos\, 62520\, Mexico
CATEGORIES:Grandfather Fire,Nahua Tradition,Open Audience,Sacred Sites,Traditions,Weather Work Audience with Grandfather Fire,Weather Work Ceremonies
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ORGANIZER;CN="Weather Workers":MAILTO:workingforweather@keepsthefire.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20251013T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20251013T180000
DTSTAMP:20260513T150340
CREATED:20250404T181809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T174018Z
UID:8912-1760349600-1760378400@keepsthefire.org
SUMMARY:In Service: Voluntary Mentorship & Guidance
DESCRIPTION:Mentoring Calls\nAs part of his sacred service\, Don David Wiley dedicates monthly and bi-weekly mentoring and counseling sessions to those who lead organizations and endeavors sparked by Grandfather Fire—such as Sacred Fire and its many branches of spiritual work. Though his time is incredibly limited\, Don David selflessly volunteers these sessions to ensure that the flame of Grandfather’s guidance continues to illuminate the path for others.\nHis mentorship helps anchor offerings like Firekeeping in alignment with Grandfather Fire’s wisdom. This support ensures that the reach of this medicine continues to expand\, making it available to all who feel the call of Fire stirring within them. \nWorking closely with long-time community members such as Annie King—who has been instrumental in designing and implementing the Firekeeping training programs\, facilitations\, and retreats—Don David continues to weave together a living legacy of support\, connection\, and transformation. \nHe also offers regular mentoring to the Executive Director of Sacred Fire\, helping navigate the complex responsibilities of leading such a revolutionary endeavor. Through this guidance\, the sacred work of reigniting humanity’s relationship with the medicine of Fire is sustained and strengthened. \nAdditionally\, Don David offers volunteer mentorship to the Tsantawu Men’s Council\, which oversees the biannual rituals at Stone Mountain. These rituals are dedicated to cultivating relationship with the land\, ancestral beings\, and the seasonal rains—a vital act of reciprocity and spiritual stewardship. \nThough unseen by many\, these efforts are essential threads in the living fabric of spiritual reconnection that Don David helps sustain. His dedication is a reminder that true leadership is rooted in service\, and that sacred work continues quietly and powerfully behind the scenes\, fueled by love\, commitment\, and the wisdom of Fire.
URL:https://keepsthefire.org/event/vol-oct-13-2025/
LOCATION:Council House – Carrollton\, Georgia\, 142 Hamp Chappell Rd\, Carrollton\, GA\, 30116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grandfather Fire,Mentoring,Sacred Fire,Traditions,Volunteer Work
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ORGANIZER;CN="Don David Wiley's Consultorio":MAILTO:consultorio@keepsthefire.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20251006T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20251006T180000
DTSTAMP:20260513T150340
CREATED:20250404T181717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T174024Z
UID:8910-1759744800-1759773600@keepsthefire.org
SUMMARY:In Service: Voluntary Mentorship & Guidance
DESCRIPTION:Mentoring Calls\nAs part of his sacred service\, Don David Wiley dedicates monthly and bi-weekly mentoring and counseling sessions to those who lead organizations and endeavors sparked by Grandfather Fire—such as Sacred Fire and its many branches of spiritual work. Though his time is incredibly limited\, Don David selflessly volunteers these sessions to ensure that the flame of Grandfather’s guidance continues to illuminate the path for others.\nHis mentorship helps anchor offerings like Firekeeping in alignment with Grandfather Fire’s wisdom. This support ensures that the reach of this medicine continues to expand\, making it available to all who feel the call of Fire stirring within them. \nWorking closely with long-time community members such as Annie King—who has been instrumental in designing and implementing the Firekeeping training programs\, facilitations\, and retreats—Don David continues to weave together a living legacy of support\, connection\, and transformation. \nHe also offers regular mentoring to the Executive Director of Sacred Fire\, helping navigate the complex responsibilities of leading such a revolutionary endeavor. Through this guidance\, the sacred work of reigniting humanity’s relationship with the medicine of Fire is sustained and strengthened. \nAdditionally\, Don David offers volunteer mentorship to the Tsantawu Men’s Council\, which oversees the biannual rituals at Stone Mountain. These rituals are dedicated to cultivating relationship with the land\, ancestral beings\, and the seasonal rains—a vital act of reciprocity and spiritual stewardship. \nThough unseen by many\, these efforts are essential threads in the living fabric of spiritual reconnection that Don David helps sustain. His dedication is a reminder that true leadership is rooted in service\, and that sacred work continues quietly and powerfully behind the scenes\, fueled by love\, commitment\, and the wisdom of Fire.
URL:https://keepsthefire.org/event/vol-oct-6-2025/
LOCATION:Council House – Carrollton\, Georgia\, 142 Hamp Chappell Rd\, Carrollton\, GA\, 30116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grandfather Fire,Mentoring,Sacred Fire,Traditions,Volunteer Work
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ORGANIZER;CN="Don David Wiley's Consultorio":MAILTO:consultorio@keepsthefire.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250928
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250930
DTSTAMP:20260513T150340
CREATED:20250403T035725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T225453Z
UID:8691-1759096800-1759183199@keepsthefire.org
SUMMARY:GFF Recovery Day
DESCRIPTION:Don David is not available on this day.\nDon David Wiley as a Conduit of the God of Fire\nDon David Wiley serves as a powerful conduit of the God of Fire. During his intense work\, when Tatewarí takes control of his being\, he is swept into a transcendent state—his body’s temperature soars\, and he enters a trance-like condition reminiscent of a deep\, ceremonial sleep. Meanwhile\, Grandfather Fire spends the night offering his wisdom—constantly ingesting sacred hot cocoa and smoking sacred tabaco. In this state\, although Don David remains unharmed\, his physical body endures a heavy strain. \nWhen the night finishes and attendees leave\, his dedicated Recovery Team\, comprised of handpicked ritual support individuals\, plays a vital role. As the divine presence recedes and Grandfather departs from the physical realm\, this committed group guides Don David back into his body. The morning after the Grandfather Fires\, Don David awakens feeling discombobulated and spaced\, requiring time to reconnect with his extremities and regain a sense of physical presence. A strong hands-on therapeutic session and a day of focused recovery are key to shaking off the residual ethereal numbness\, allowing him to reestablish strength\, clarity\, and focus. \nThough Don David often jokes about the challenges of navigating our physical form—humor that echoes Grandfather Fire’s own playful jibes at human bodies when using Don David’s body as a vessel to speak to us during an audience—the recovery process remains an essential part of his work. It ensures that the extraordinary service he offers—allowing others to listen to the wisdom shared by the God of Fire—stays balanced and true\, ultimately enhancing the profound healing he brings to those he serves.
URL:https://keepsthefire.org/event/gff-recovery-day-sep-29-2025/
LOCATION:Council House – Carrollton\, Georgia\, 142 Hamp Chappell Rd\, Carrollton\, GA\, 30116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grandfather Fire,Recovery Day
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tsantawu Council":MAILTO:CONTACT US We look forward to hearing from you! info@sacredstonemountain.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20250927T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20250928T020000
DTSTAMP:20260513T150340
CREATED:20250402T234309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T234309Z
UID:8604-1758999600-1759024800@keepsthefire.org
SUMMARY:Audience with Grandfather Fire: Harvest Tsantawu Festival
DESCRIPTION:This is a closed specialized audience hosted by the Tsantawu Coincil.\nAudience with Grandfather Fire: \nA Sacred Opening\nAs part of the Fall Harvest Tsantawu Festival\, the Audience with Grandfather Fire takes place at the end of the first full workday. This private gathering offers the Ritual Team direct guidance from Divine\, ensuring that their service aligns with the deeper intentions of the season. \nUnlike the Spring Audience\, which is held at the end of their time together\, this Fall gathering provides essential insight before stepping into sacred work. Grandfather Fire\, speaking through Don David Wiley\, offers wisdom that illuminates the path forward\, helping the team attune to the needs of the land\, the elements\, and the spiritual forces at play. \nDuring this time\, Don David surrenders fully\, as Grandfather Fire takes over his body\, sending him “to the workshop.” He remains unaware of what transpires until the following day when the Ritual Pilot shares Grandfather’s guidance\, ensuring that the message remains pure and unfiltered. \nAfter the Audience\, the Ritual Team dedicates a full day to absorbing\, reflecting on\, and discussing Grandfather’s words. This time of integration is vital\, allowing each member to embody the wisdom received before stepping into their roles. With hearts aligned and purpose clarified\, they enter the ceremony fully prepared to fulfill their part in the sacred cycle of reciprocity between humanity\, nature\, and the unseen forces that sustain life.
URL:https://keepsthefire.org/event/fall-gff-tsantawu/
LOCATION:Stone Mountain\, 1000 Robert E Lee Blvd\, Stone Mountain\, GA\, 30083\, United States
CATEGORIES:Closed Audience,Grandfather Fire,Sacred Sites,Traditions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tsantawu Council":MAILTO:CONTACT US We look forward to hearing from you! info@sacredstonemountain.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250919
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250920
DTSTAMP:20260513T150340
CREATED:20250403T040207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T232637Z
UID:8696-1758240000-1758326399@keepsthefire.org
SUMMARY:GFF Recovery Day
DESCRIPTION:Don David is not available on this day.\nDon David Wiley as a Conduit of the God of Fire\nDon David Wiley serves as a powerful conduit of the God of Fire. During his intense work\, when Tatewarí takes control of his being\, he is swept into a transcendent state—his body’s temperature soars\, and he enters a trance-like condition reminiscent of a deep\, ceremonial sleep. Meanwhile\, Grandfather Fire spends the night offering his wisdom—constantly ingesting sacred hot cocoa and smoking sacred tabaco. In this state\, although Don David remains unharmed\, his physical body endures a heavy strain. \nWhen the night finishes and attendees leave\, his dedicated Recovery Team\, comprised of handpicked ritual support individuals\, plays a vital role. As the divine presence recedes and Grandfather departs from the physical realm\, this committed group guides Don David back into his body. The morning after the Grandfather Fires\, Don David awakens feeling discombobulated and spaced\, requiring time to reconnect with his extremities and regain a sense of physical presence. A strong hands-on therapeutic session and a day of focused recovery are key to shaking off the residual ethereal numbness\, allowing him to reestablish strength\, clarity\, and focus. \nThough Don David often jokes about the challenges of navigating our physical form—humor that echoes Grandfather Fire’s own playful jibes at human bodies when using Don David’s body as a vessel to speak to us during an audience—the recovery process remains an essential part of his work. It ensures that the extraordinary service he offers—allowing others to listen to the wisdom shared by the God of Fire—stays balanced and true\, ultimately enhancing the profound healing he brings to those he serves.
URL:https://keepsthefire.org/event/gff-recovery-day-sep-19-2025/
LOCATION:Sixth Tuki – Tateikie\, Domicilio Conocido\, San Andrés Cohamiata\, Jalisco\, 46074\, Mexico
CATEGORIES:Grandfather Fire,Recovery Day
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250916
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250917
DTSTAMP:20260513T150340
CREATED:20250403T040109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T232533Z
UID:8693-1757980800-1758067199@keepsthefire.org
SUMMARY:GFF Recovery Day
DESCRIPTION:Don David is not available on this day.\nDon David Wiley as a Conduit of the God of Fire\nDon David Wiley serves as a powerful conduit of the God of Fire. During his intense work\, when Tatewarí takes control of his being\, he is swept into a transcendent state—his body’s temperature soars\, and he enters a trance-like condition reminiscent of a deep\, ceremonial sleep. Meanwhile\, Grandfather Fire spends the night offering his wisdom—constantly ingesting sacred hot cocoa and smoking sacred tabaco. In this state\, although Don David remains unharmed\, his physical body endures a heavy strain. \nWhen the night finishes and attendees leave\, his dedicated Recovery Team\, comprised of handpicked ritual support individuals\, plays a vital role. As the divine presence recedes and Grandfather departs from the physical realm\, this committed group guides Don David back into his body. The morning after the Grandfather Fires\, Don David awakens feeling discombobulated and spaced\, requiring time to reconnect with his extremities and regain a sense of physical presence. A strong hands-on therapeutic session and a day of focused recovery are key to shaking off the residual ethereal numbness\, allowing him to reestablish strength\, clarity\, and focus. \nThough Don David often jokes about the challenges of navigating our physical form—humor that echoes Grandfather Fire’s own playful jibes at human bodies when using Don David’s body as a vessel to speak to us during an audience—the recovery process remains an essential part of his work. It ensures that the extraordinary service he offers—allowing others to listen to the wisdom shared by the God of Fire—stays balanced and true\, ultimately enhancing the profound healing he brings to those he serves.
URL:https://keepsthefire.org/event/gff-recovery-day-sept-16-2025/
LOCATION:Sixth Tuki – Tateikie\, Domicilio Conocido\, San Andrés Cohamiata\, Jalisco\, 46074\, Mexico
CATEGORIES:Grandfather Fire,Recovery Day
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://keepsthefire.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/recovery-e1743731975402.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250909
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250910
DTSTAMP:20260513T150340
CREATED:20250403T040334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T225408Z
UID:8698-1757376000-1757462399@keepsthefire.org
SUMMARY:GFF Recovery Day
DESCRIPTION:Don David is not available on this day.\nDon David Wiley as a Conduit of the God of Fire\nDon David Wiley serves as a powerful conduit of the God of Fire. During his intense work\, when Tatewarí takes control of his being\, he is swept into a transcendent state—his body’s temperature soars\, and he enters a trance-like condition reminiscent of a deep\, ceremonial sleep. Meanwhile\, Grandfather Fire spends the night offering his wisdom—constantly ingesting sacred hot cocoa and smoking sacred tabaco. In this state\, although Don David remains unharmed\, his physical body endures a heavy strain. \nWhen the night finishes and attendees leave\, his dedicated Recovery Team\, comprised of handpicked ritual support individuals\, plays a vital role. As the divine presence recedes and Grandfather departs from the physical realm\, this committed group guides Don David back into his body. The morning after the Grandfather Fires\, Don David awakens feeling discombobulated and spaced\, requiring time to reconnect with his extremities and regain a sense of physical presence. A strong hands-on therapeutic session and a day of focused recovery are key to shaking off the residual ethereal numbness\, allowing him to reestablish strength\, clarity\, and focus. \nThough Don David often jokes about the challenges of navigating our physical form—humor that echoes Grandfather Fire’s own playful jibes at human bodies when using Don David’s body as a vessel to speak to us during an audience—the recovery process remains an essential part of his work. It ensures that the extraordinary service he offers—allowing others to listen to the wisdom shared by the God of Fire—stays balanced and true\, ultimately enhancing the profound healing he brings to those he serves.
URL:https://keepsthefire.org/event/gff-recovery-day-sep-9-2025/
LOCATION:Casa Xiuhtecuhtli\, La Presa 200\, Tepoztlan\, Morelos\, 62520\, Mexico
CATEGORIES:Grandfather Fire,Recovery Day
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20250901T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20250901T180000
DTSTAMP:20260513T150340
CREATED:20250404T181139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T174032Z
UID:8904-1756720800-1756749600@keepsthefire.org
SUMMARY:In Service: Voluntary Mentorship & Guidance
DESCRIPTION:Mentoring Calls\nAs part of his sacred service\, Don David Wiley dedicates monthly and bi-weekly mentoring and counseling sessions to those who lead organizations and endeavors sparked by Grandfather Fire—such as Sacred Fire and its many branches of spiritual work. Though his time is incredibly limited\, Don David selflessly volunteers these sessions to ensure that the flame of Grandfather’s guidance continues to illuminate the path for others.\nHis mentorship helps anchor offerings like Firekeeping in alignment with Grandfather Fire’s wisdom. This support ensures that the reach of this medicine continues to expand\, making it available to all who feel the call of Fire stirring within them. \nWorking closely with long-time community members such as Annie King—who has been instrumental in designing and implementing the Firekeeping training programs\, facilitations\, and retreats—Don David continues to weave together a living legacy of support\, connection\, and transformation. \nHe also offers regular mentoring to the Executive Director of Sacred Fire\, helping navigate the complex responsibilities of leading such a revolutionary endeavor. Through this guidance\, the sacred work of reigniting humanity’s relationship with the medicine of Fire is sustained and strengthened. \nAdditionally\, Don David offers volunteer mentorship to the Tsantawu Men’s Council\, which oversees the biannual rituals at Stone Mountain. These rituals are dedicated to cultivating relationship with the land\, ancestral beings\, and the seasonal rains—a vital act of reciprocity and spiritual stewardship. \nThough unseen by many\, these efforts are essential threads in the living fabric of spiritual reconnection that Don David helps sustain. His dedication is a reminder that true leadership is rooted in service\, and that sacred work continues quietly and powerfully behind the scenes\, fueled by love\, commitment\, and the wisdom of Fire.
URL:https://keepsthefire.org/event/vol-sep-1-2025/
LOCATION:Council House – Carrollton\, Georgia\, 142 Hamp Chappell Rd\, Carrollton\, GA\, 30116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grandfather Fire,Mentoring,Sacred Fire,Traditions,Volunteer Work
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://keepsthefire.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/voluntary-work.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Don David Wiley's Consultorio":MAILTO:consultorio@keepsthefire.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250823
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250825
DTSTAMP:20260513T150340
CREATED:20250403T035606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T225510Z
UID:8689-1755986400-1756072799@keepsthefire.org
SUMMARY:GFF Recovery Day
DESCRIPTION:Don David is not available on this day.\nDon David Wiley as a Conduit of the God of Fire\nDon David Wiley serves as a powerful conduit of the God of Fire. During his intense work\, when Tatewarí takes control of his being\, he is swept into a transcendent state—his body’s temperature soars\, and he enters a trance-like condition reminiscent of a deep\, ceremonial sleep. Meanwhile\, Grandfather Fire spends the night offering his wisdom—constantly ingesting sacred hot cocoa and smoking sacred tabaco. In this state\, although Don David remains unharmed\, his physical body endures a heavy strain. \nWhen the night finishes and attendees leave\, his dedicated Recovery Team\, comprised of handpicked ritual support individuals\, plays a vital role. As the divine presence recedes and Grandfather departs from the physical realm\, this committed group guides Don David back into his body. The morning after the Grandfather Fires\, Don David awakens feeling discombobulated and spaced\, requiring time to reconnect with his extremities and regain a sense of physical presence. A strong hands-on therapeutic session and a day of focused recovery are key to shaking off the residual ethereal numbness\, allowing him to reestablish strength\, clarity\, and focus. \nThough Don David often jokes about the challenges of navigating our physical form—humor that echoes Grandfather Fire’s own playful jibes at human bodies when using Don David’s body as a vessel to speak to us during an audience—the recovery process remains an essential part of his work. It ensures that the extraordinary service he offers—allowing others to listen to the wisdom shared by the God of Fire—stays balanced and true\, ultimately enhancing the profound healing he brings to those he serves.
URL:https://keepsthefire.org/event/gff-recovery-day-aug-24-2025/
LOCATION:New Hampshire Hearth\, NH\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grandfather Fire,Recovery Day
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://keepsthefire.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/recovery-e1743731975402.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250817
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250819
DTSTAMP:20260513T150340
CREATED:20250403T035512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T225527Z
UID:8687-1755392400-1755478799@keepsthefire.org
SUMMARY:GFF Recovery Day
DESCRIPTION:Don David is not available on this day.\nDon David Wiley as a Conduit of the God of Fire\nDon David Wiley serves as a powerful conduit of the God of Fire. During his intense work\, when Tatewarí takes control of his being\, he is swept into a transcendent state—his body’s temperature soars\, and he enters a trance-like condition reminiscent of a deep\, ceremonial sleep. Meanwhile\, Grandfather Fire spends the night offering his wisdom—constantly ingesting sacred hot cocoa and smoking sacred tabaco. In this state\, although Don David remains unharmed\, his physical body endures a heavy strain. \nWhen the night finishes and attendees leave\, his dedicated Recovery Team\, comprised of handpicked ritual support individuals\, plays a vital role. As the divine presence recedes and Grandfather departs from the physical realm\, this committed group guides Don David back into his body. The morning after the Grandfather Fires\, Don David awakens feeling discombobulated and spaced\, requiring time to reconnect with his extremities and regain a sense of physical presence. A strong hands-on therapeutic session and a day of focused recovery are key to shaking off the residual ethereal numbness\, allowing him to reestablish strength\, clarity\, and focus. \nThough Don David often jokes about the challenges of navigating our physical form—humor that echoes Grandfather Fire’s own playful jibes at human bodies when using Don David’s body as a vessel to speak to us during an audience—the recovery process remains an essential part of his work. It ensures that the extraordinary service he offers—allowing others to listen to the wisdom shared by the God of Fire—stays balanced and true\, ultimately enhancing the profound healing he brings to those he serves.
URL:https://keepsthefire.org/event/gff-recovery-day-aug-17-2025/
LOCATION:Olympia Hearth\, 3010 12th Ave. NE\, Olympia\, WA\, 98506\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grandfather Fire,Recovery Day
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20250811T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20250811T180000
DTSTAMP:20260513T150340
CREATED:20250404T180749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T174038Z
UID:8902-1754906400-1754935200@keepsthefire.org
SUMMARY:In Service: Voluntary Mentorship & Guidance
DESCRIPTION:Mentoring Calls\nAs part of his sacred service\, Don David Wiley dedicates monthly and bi-weekly mentoring and counseling sessions to those who lead organizations and endeavors sparked by Grandfather Fire—such as Sacred Fire and its many branches of spiritual work. Though his time is incredibly limited\, Don David selflessly volunteers these sessions to ensure that the flame of Grandfather’s guidance continues to illuminate the path for others.\nHis mentorship helps anchor offerings like Firekeeping in alignment with Grandfather Fire’s wisdom. This support ensures that the reach of this medicine continues to expand\, making it available to all who feel the call of Fire stirring within them. \nWorking closely with long-time community members such as Annie King—who has been instrumental in designing and implementing the Firekeeping training programs\, facilitations\, and retreats—Don David continues to weave together a living legacy of support\, connection\, and transformation. \nHe also offers regular mentoring to the Executive Director of Sacred Fire\, helping navigate the complex responsibilities of leading such a revolutionary endeavor. Through this guidance\, the sacred work of reigniting humanity’s relationship with the medicine of Fire is sustained and strengthened. \nAdditionally\, Don David offers volunteer mentorship to the Tsantawu Men’s Council\, which oversees the biannual rituals at Stone Mountain. These rituals are dedicated to cultivating relationship with the land\, ancestral beings\, and the seasonal rains—a vital act of reciprocity and spiritual stewardship. \nThough unseen by many\, these efforts are essential threads in the living fabric of spiritual reconnection that Don David helps sustain. His dedication is a reminder that true leadership is rooted in service\, and that sacred work continues quietly and powerfully behind the scenes\, fueled by love\, commitment\, and the wisdom of Fire.
URL:https://keepsthefire.org/event/vol-aug-11-2025/
LOCATION:Council House – Carrollton\, Georgia\, 142 Hamp Chappell Rd\, Carrollton\, GA\, 30116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grandfather Fire,Mentoring,Sacred Fire,Traditions,Volunteer Work
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://keepsthefire.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/voluntary-work.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Don David Wiley's Consultorio":MAILTO:consultorio@keepsthefire.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250803
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250806
DTSTAMP:20260513T150340
CREATED:20250417T223554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T223735Z
UID:9074-1754208000-1754380799@keepsthefire.org
SUMMARY:Firekeeper Retreat – Melbourne\, Australia 2025
DESCRIPTION:Transform Yourself. Transform Others. Transform the World.\nEach year\, Sacred Fire Firekeepers from around the world gather to reconnect\, renew their commitment\, and deepen their sacred path. In 2025\, for the first time\, the Firekeeper Retreat will be held Down Under in Melbourne. \nWe’re honored to announce that Don David Wiley\, sacred elder and founder of Sacred Fire\, will be flying to Australia\, to lead a 2-day Firekeeper Retreat exclusively for initiated Firekeepers. Hosted by Liz and Mark Bradford\, this retreat offers an extraordinary opportunity for the Southern Hemisphere Firekeeping community to gather in person\, sit around the sacred Fire\, and receive direct guidance and support from Don David. \nA Unique Gathering for Firekeepers Down Under\nBeing a Firekeeper is a path of dedication and sacred responsibility. This retreat will focus on deepening your relationship with Grandfather Fire\, refining your service\, and connecting heart-to-heart with fellow Firekeepers. \nRetreat highlights include: \n\nDialogue and teachings with Don David\nCommunity sharing and peer connection\nSpace for rest\, reflection\, and renewal\n\nThis is a rare and beautiful chance to gather as Firekeepers in the Southern Hemisphere\, on your own soil\, with your community—and to strengthen the roots of your service. \n\nAdditional Opportunities\nIn addition to the retreat\, Don David Wiley will also be offering two special public events while in Melbourne: \n🔥 An Audience with Grandfather Fire\nA chance for the wider community to sit before Grandfather Fire and receive ancient wisdom\, heartfelt guidance\, and often unexpected clarity. These gatherings are moving\, surprising\, and deeply transformative. \n🌿 Private Healing Sessions with Don David\nA rare opportunity to receive one-on-one healing from Don David\, whose traditional training and spiritual guidance have helped people around the world. Availability is very limited. \n\nCome Home to the Fire\nThe Firekeeper Retreat is a time to remember why you were called to this sacred work. Join us in Melbourne for two powerful days of reconnection\, ceremony\, and renewal—with Grandfather Fire\, your fellow Firekeepers\, and your own heart. \nThe Fire burns bright. The path continues. \n\nQuestions & Registration\nTo register or request details about the retreat and the Audience with Grandfather Fire please contact: \n\nSacred Fire – info@sacredfire.org\n\nFor more information about the healing sessions with Don David  contact his office: \n\nKeepstheFire Consultorio – consultorio@keepsthefire.org
URL:https://keepsthefire.org/event/fk-retreat-mel-aus-2025/
LOCATION:Melbourne Hearth\, Highett\, Melbourne\, 3190\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Firekeeping,Grandfather Fire,Mentoring,Sacred Fire,Volunteer Work
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://keepsthefire.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/firekeeping.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250802
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250804
DTSTAMP:20260513T150340
CREATED:20250403T035401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T225637Z
UID:8684-1754121600-1754207999@keepsthefire.org
SUMMARY:GFF Recovery Day
DESCRIPTION:Don David is not available on this day.\nDon David Wiley as a Conduit of the God of Fire\nDon David Wiley serves as a powerful conduit of the God of Fire. During his intense work\, when Tatewarí takes control of his being\, he is swept into a transcendent state—his body’s temperature soars\, and he enters a trance-like condition reminiscent of a deep\, ceremonial sleep. Meanwhile\, Grandfather Fire spends the night offering his wisdom—constantly ingesting sacred hot cocoa and smoking sacred tabaco. In this state\, although Don David remains unharmed\, his physical body endures a heavy strain. \nWhen the night finishes and attendees leave\, his dedicated Recovery Team\, comprised of handpicked ritual support individuals\, plays a vital role. As the divine presence recedes and Grandfather departs from the physical realm\, this committed group guides Don David back into his body. The morning after the Grandfather Fires\, Don David awakens feeling discombobulated and spaced\, requiring time to reconnect with his extremities and regain a sense of physical presence. A strong hands-on therapeutic session and a day of focused recovery are key to shaking off the residual ethereal numbness\, allowing him to reestablish strength\, clarity\, and focus. \nThough Don David often jokes about the challenges of navigating our physical form—humor that echoes Grandfather Fire’s own playful jibes at human bodies when using Don David’s body as a vessel to speak to us during an audience—the recovery process remains an essential part of his work. It ensures that the extraordinary service he offers—allowing others to listen to the wisdom shared by the God of Fire—stays balanced and true\, ultimately enhancing the profound healing he brings to those he serves.
URL:https://keepsthefire.org/event/gff-recovery-day-aug-3-2025/
LOCATION:Melbourne Hearth\, Highett\, Melbourne\, 3190\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Grandfather Fire,Recovery Day
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://keepsthefire.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/recovery-e1743731975402.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20250728T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20250728T180000
DTSTAMP:20260513T150340
CREATED:20250404T175832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T174044Z
UID:8888-1753696800-1753725600@keepsthefire.org
SUMMARY:In Service: Voluntary Mentorship & Guidance
DESCRIPTION:Mentoring Calls\nAs part of his sacred service\, Don David Wiley dedicates monthly and bi-weekly mentoring and counseling sessions to those who lead organizations and endeavors sparked by Grandfather Fire—such as Sacred Fire and its many branches of spiritual work. Though his time is incredibly limited\, Don David selflessly volunteers these sessions to ensure that the flame of Grandfather’s guidance continues to illuminate the path for others.\nHis mentorship helps anchor offerings like Firekeeping in alignment with Grandfather Fire’s wisdom. This support ensures that the reach of this medicine continues to expand\, making it available to all who feel the call of Fire stirring within them. \nWorking closely with long-time community members such as Annie King—who has been instrumental in designing and implementing the Firekeeping training programs\, facilitations\, and retreats—Don David continues to weave together a living legacy of support\, connection\, and transformation. \nHe also offers regular mentoring to the Executive Director of Sacred Fire\, helping navigate the complex responsibilities of leading such a revolutionary endeavor. Through this guidance\, the sacred work of reigniting humanity’s relationship with the medicine of Fire is sustained and strengthened. \nAdditionally\, Don David offers volunteer mentorship to the Tsantawu Men’s Council\, which oversees the biannual rituals at Stone Mountain. These rituals are dedicated to cultivating relationship with the land\, ancestral beings\, and the seasonal rains—a vital act of reciprocity and spiritual stewardship. \nThough unseen by many\, these efforts are essential threads in the living fabric of spiritual reconnection that Don David helps sustain. His dedication is a reminder that true leadership is rooted in service\, and that sacred work continues quietly and powerfully behind the scenes\, fueled by love\, commitment\, and the wisdom of Fire.
URL:https://keepsthefire.org/event/vol-jul-28-2025/
LOCATION:Council House – Carrollton\, Georgia\, 142 Hamp Chappell Rd\, Carrollton\, GA\, 30116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grandfather Fire,Mentoring,Sacred Fire,Traditions,Volunteer Work
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://keepsthefire.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/voluntary-work.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Don David Wiley's Consultorio":MAILTO:consultorio@keepsthefire.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250726
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250728
DTSTAMP:20260513T150340
CREATED:20250417T225303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T225303Z
UID:9085-1753567200-1753653599@keepsthefire.org
SUMMARY:GFF Recovery Day
DESCRIPTION:Don David is not available on this day.\nDon David Wiley as a Conduit of the God of Fire\nDon David Wiley serves as a powerful conduit of the God of Fire. During his intense work\, when Tatewarí takes control of his being\, he is swept into a transcendent state—his body’s temperature soars\, and he enters a trance-like condition reminiscent of a deep\, ceremonial sleep. Meanwhile\, Grandfather Fire spends the night offering his wisdom—constantly ingesting sacred hot cocoa and smoking sacred tabaco. In this state\, although Don David remains unharmed\, his physical body endures a heavy strain. \nWhen the night finishes and attendees leave\, his dedicated Recovery Team\, comprised of handpicked ritual support individuals\, plays a vital role. As the divine presence recedes and Grandfather departs from the physical realm\, this committed group guides Don David back into his body. The morning after the Grandfather Fires\, Don David awakens feeling discombobulated and spaced\, requiring time to reconnect with his extremities and regain a sense of physical presence. A strong hands-on therapeutic session and a day of focused recovery are key to shaking off the residual ethereal numbness\, allowing him to reestablish strength\, clarity\, and focus. \nThough Don David often jokes about the challenges of navigating our physical form—humor that echoes Grandfather Fire’s own playful jibes at human bodies when using Don David’s body as a vessel to speak to us during an audience—the recovery process remains an essential part of his work. It ensures that the extraordinary service he offers—allowing others to listen to the wisdom shared by the God of Fire—stays balanced and true\, ultimately enhancing the profound healing he brings to those he serves.
URL:https://keepsthefire.org/event/gff-recovery-day-jul-27-2025/
LOCATION:Council House – Carrollton\, Georgia\, 142 Hamp Chappell Rd\, Carrollton\, GA\, 30116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grandfather Fire,Recovery Day
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20250726T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20250727T000000
DTSTAMP:20260513T150340
CREATED:20250417T224846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T224900Z
UID:9081-1753549200-1753574400@keepsthefire.org
SUMMARY:Audience with Grandfather Fire: Sacred Fire - Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This is a closed audience hosted by Sacred Fire.
URL:https://keepsthefire.org/event/audience-with-grandfather-fire-sacred-fire-summer-biz-board-meeting/
LOCATION:Council House – Carrollton\, Georgia\, 142 Hamp Chappell Rd\, Carrollton\, GA\, 30116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Firekeeping,Grandfather Fire,Open Audience,Sacred Fire,Traditions
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250721
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250723
DTSTAMP:20260513T150340
CREATED:20250403T035020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T225651Z
UID:8682-1753135200-1753221599@keepsthefire.org
SUMMARY:GFF Recovery Day
DESCRIPTION:Don David is not available on this day.\nDon David Wiley as a Conduit of the God of Fire\nDon David Wiley serves as a powerful conduit of the God of Fire. During his intense work\, when Tatewarí takes control of his being\, he is swept into a transcendent state—his body’s temperature soars\, and he enters a trance-like condition reminiscent of a deep\, ceremonial sleep. Meanwhile\, Grandfather Fire spends the night offering his wisdom—constantly ingesting sacred hot cocoa and smoking sacred tabaco. In this state\, although Don David remains unharmed\, his physical body endures a heavy strain. \nWhen the night finishes and attendees leave\, his dedicated Recovery Team\, comprised of handpicked ritual support individuals\, plays a vital role. As the divine presence recedes and Grandfather departs from the physical realm\, this committed group guides Don David back into his body. The morning after the Grandfather Fires\, Don David awakens feeling discombobulated and spaced\, requiring time to reconnect with his extremities and regain a sense of physical presence. A strong hands-on therapeutic session and a day of focused recovery are key to shaking off the residual ethereal numbness\, allowing him to reestablish strength\, clarity\, and focus. \nThough Don David often jokes about the challenges of navigating our physical form—humor that echoes Grandfather Fire’s own playful jibes at human bodies when using Don David’s body as a vessel to speak to us during an audience—the recovery process remains an essential part of his work. It ensures that the extraordinary service he offers—allowing others to listen to the wisdom shared by the God of Fire—stays balanced and true\, ultimately enhancing the profound healing he brings to those he serves.
URL:https://keepsthefire.org/event/gff-recovery-day-jul-22-2025/
LOCATION:Blue Deer Center\, 1153 Co Rd 6\, Margaretville\, NY\, 12455\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grandfather Fire,Recovery Day
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://keepsthefire.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/recovery-e1743731975402.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Blue Deer Center":MAILTO:info@bluedeer.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20250721T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20250722T000000
DTSTAMP:20260513T150340
CREATED:20250405T150231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T155141Z
UID:8941-1753117200-1753142400@keepsthefire.org
SUMMARY:Audience with Grandfather Fire: Blue Deer Center - Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This is a closed audience hosted by Blue Deer Center.
URL:https://keepsthefire.org/event/gff-bdc-board/
LOCATION:Blue Deer Center\, 1153 Co Rd 6\, Margaretville\, NY\, 12455\, United States
CATEGORIES:Firekeeping,Grandfather Fire,Open Audience,Sacred Fire,Traditions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Blue Deer Center":MAILTO:info@bluedeer.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250712
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250714
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SUMMARY:GFF Recovery Day
DESCRIPTION:Don David is not available on this day.\nDon David Wiley as a Conduit of the God of Fire\nDon David Wiley serves as a powerful conduit of the God of Fire. During his intense work\, when Tatewarí takes control of his being\, he is swept into a transcendent state—his body’s temperature soars\, and he enters a trance-like condition reminiscent of a deep\, ceremonial sleep. Meanwhile\, Grandfather Fire spends the night offering his wisdom—constantly ingesting sacred hot cocoa and smoking sacred tabaco. In this state\, although Don David remains unharmed\, his physical body endures a heavy strain. \nWhen the night finishes and attendees leave\, his dedicated Recovery Team\, comprised of handpicked ritual support individuals\, plays a vital role. As the divine presence recedes and Grandfather departs from the physical realm\, this committed group guides Don David back into his body. The morning after the Grandfather Fires\, Don David awakens feeling discombobulated and spaced\, requiring time to reconnect with his extremities and regain a sense of physical presence. A strong hands-on therapeutic session and a day of focused recovery are key to shaking off the residual ethereal numbness\, allowing him to reestablish strength\, clarity\, and focus. \nThough Don David often jokes about the challenges of navigating our physical form—humor that echoes Grandfather Fire’s own playful jibes at human bodies when using Don David’s body as a vessel to speak to us during an audience—the recovery process remains an essential part of his work. It ensures that the extraordinary service he offers—allowing others to listen to the wisdom shared by the God of Fire—stays balanced and true\, ultimately enhancing the profound healing he brings to those he serves.
URL:https://keepsthefire.org/event/gff-recovery-day-bdc-jul-13-2025/
LOCATION:Blue Deer Center\, 1153 Co Rd 6\, Margaretville\, NY\, 12455\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grandfather Fire,Recovery Day
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SUMMARY:Firekeeper Retreat at Blue Deer Center - 2025 - TBC
DESCRIPTION:Transform Yourself. Transform Others. Transform the World.\nPreferably\, once a year\, Sacred Fire Firekeepers from around the world gather to reconnect\, recharge\, and deepen their sacred service. This year\, the Firekeeper Retreat will take place at the Blue Deer Center in the majestic Catskill Mountains of New York—ancestral land of the Haudenosaunee(Iroquois) people. \nThis is a time for initiated Firekeepers to come together as a living\, growing community—to share experiences\, renew their commitment to Grandfather Fire\, and support one another in the ongoing path of tending the sacred Fire. \nA Gathering of Fire\, Heart\, and Service.\nBeing a Firekeeper is not just a role—it is a lifelong relationship with Fire\, community\, and purpose. The Firekeeper Retreat offers space for reflection\, learning\, laughter\, and heart-centered ceremony. It is a time to reconnect with the sacred calling that brought eachFirekeeper to this path. \nLed by Don David Wiley\, sacred elder and founder of Sacred Fire\, and Sylvia Edwards\, Sacred Fire’s Firekeeping Director\, the retreat includes: \n\nDeep ceremonial work with Grandfather Fire\nDialogue\, storytelling\, and spiritual teaching\nCommunity sharing and peer support\nRenewal of purpose\, connection\, and vision\n\nThis gathering affirms and strengthens the web of Firekeepers worldwide who are helping communities remember the wisdom of heart\, tradition\, and sacred relationship. \nWhy This Retreat Matters\nIn these times of disconnection and upheaval\, Firekeepers play an essential role. They are keepers of a living presence that fosters emotional healing\, sacred reciprocity\, and relational intelligence. The Firekeeper Retreat is a rare and important opportunity to refuel the spirit\, revisit the why of this work\, and sit once again around the Fire with those who understand its mystery and medicine. \nCome Home to the Fire\nWe invite all initiated Firekeepers to gather at Blue Deer Center this year—to rest\, to listen\, to be together\, and to remember: The Fire burns bright. The path continues. \nRegistration & Contact\nFor questions\, logistics\, or to reserve your place\, please reach out to: \nBlue Deer Center – info@bluedeer.org \nSacred Fire – info@sacredfire.org
URL:https://keepsthefire.org/event/bdc-fk-retreat-2025/
LOCATION:Blue Deer Center\, 1153 Co Rd 6\, Margaretville\, NY\, 12455\, United States
CATEGORIES:Firekeeping,Grandfather Fire,Mentoring,Sacred Fire,Volunteer Work
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SUMMARY:In Service: Voluntary Mentorship & Guidance
DESCRIPTION:Mentoring Calls\nAs part of his sacred service\, Don David Wiley dedicates monthly and bi-weekly mentoring and counseling sessions to those who lead organizations and endeavors sparked by Grandfather Fire—such as Sacred Fire and its many branches of spiritual work. Though his time is incredibly limited\, Don David selflessly volunteers these sessions to ensure that the flame of Grandfather’s guidance continues to illuminate the path for others.\nHis mentorship helps anchor offerings like Firekeeping in alignment with Grandfather Fire’s wisdom. This support ensures that the reach of this medicine continues to expand\, making it available to all who feel the call of Fire stirring within them. \nWorking closely with long-time community members such as Annie King—who has been instrumental in designing and implementing the Firekeeping training programs\, facilitations\, and retreats—Don David continues to weave together a living legacy of support\, connection\, and transformation. \nHe also offers regular mentoring to the Executive Director of Sacred Fire\, helping navigate the complex responsibilities of leading such a revolutionary endeavor. Through this guidance\, the sacred work of reigniting humanity’s relationship with the medicine of Fire is sustained and strengthened. \nAdditionally\, Don David offers volunteer mentorship to the Tsantawu Men’s Council\, which oversees the biannual rituals at Stone Mountain. These rituals are dedicated to cultivating relationship with the land\, ancestral beings\, and the seasonal rains—a vital act of reciprocity and spiritual stewardship. \nThough unseen by many\, these efforts are essential threads in the living fabric of spiritual reconnection that Don David helps sustain. His dedication is a reminder that true leadership is rooted in service\, and that sacred work continues quietly and powerfully behind the scenes\, fueled by love\, commitment\, and the wisdom of Fire.
URL:https://keepsthefire.org/event/vol-jul-7-2025/
LOCATION:Council House – Carrollton\, Georgia\, 142 Hamp Chappell Rd\, Carrollton\, GA\, 30116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grandfather Fire,Mentoring,Sacred Fire,Traditions,Volunteer Work
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ORGANIZER;CN="Don David Wiley's Consultorio":MAILTO:consultorio@keepsthefire.org
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